Project Manager, Transformation Programs

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrolinx seeks an experienced EPMO professional to champion project management standards across the organization. You will deliver practical guidance, build relationships and help teams develop technical skills to foster a culture of project management excellence.

You will lead scope, risk, budgeting, reporting and governance across multiple projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and strong stakeholder communication within a dynamic transit environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Planning, Public Policy or related discipline; Master’s degree asset.
• PM experience and coordination capability.
• PMP designation an asset.
• Knowledge of program management, budgeting, prioritization, risk and change management principles.
• Proficiency with project management software and related tools.
• Progressive PM experience including large-scale initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities related to project scope, definition, risk management and quality assurance to deliver outcomes.
• Establish, manage, and direct resources for project success.
• Provide direction to staff across project stages and issues.
• Lead development, reviews and approvals of Project Charter and Project Plan.
• Identify, assess, mitigate and communicate project risks.
• Advise on budgets and ensure delivery within budget expectations.
• Monitor cost and schedule, clarifications/changes as needed.
• Review studies, designs, proposals, contracts to meet policies and standards.
• Develop and deliver reports and presentations on plans, status and resolutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure requirements are delivered and status reported.
• Recommend corrective actions and negotiate change orders and schedules.
• Coach cross-functional teams in PM practices to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Coordination experience

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Job Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

As a EPMO team member, this position is a champion of project management across Metrolinx. You will be expected to provide practical direction, and advice to cross-functional project teams on the use of Metrolinx project management standards to ensure consistency and quality assurance across their work. This entails building relationships and engaging with project team members to help them develop technical skills and competencies that foster a culture of project management excellence across the organization.

What will I be doing?

• Leads activities related to project scope, definition, risk management, and quality assurance to ensure projects deliver expected outcomes.
• Establishes, manages, and directs resources to ensure the necessary level and capabilities are represented on a project team to ensure project success.
• Provides direction and advice to staff and personnel assigned to individual projects, through all project stages (e.g., on administrative, design, editing, technical, estimating, and priority issues as appropriate).
• Leads the development, reviews and approvals of Project Charter and Project Plan documents.
• Leads the identification, assessment, mitigation, and communication of project risks.
• Advises on, and as appropriate, manages and reports on budgets for assigned projects, to ensure projects are delivered within budget expectations.
• Ensures that all project cost and scheduled activities are identified, continuously monitored, and clarifications/changes managed properly to maintain adherence to schedule and budget.
• Reviews and evaluates studies, reports, design proposals, specifications, and contract documents, to meet established policies, procedures, and standards applicable to projects.
• Develops and delivers reports and presentations defining plans, issues, status, and resolutions to appropriate levels of management.
• Participates in project activities involving Metrolinx, service providers, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are delivered and project status is reported in a timely and accurate manner.
• Recommends and implements corrective action plans where variances in project plan execution occur, communicates with internal and external stakeholders, and negotiates change orders and revised schedules.
• Collaborates with the Senior Manager, EPMO to develop and improve EPMO project management methodologies and standard practices.
• Leads and coaches diverse and cross functional project teams, including consultants, in project management practices (e.g., project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, safety, etc.) to ensure projects deliver their expected outcomes.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Business, Engineering, Planning, Public Policy, Education, or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent. Master’s degree an asset.
• Demonstrated related project management and coordination experience.
• Certifications or Designations: Project Management Professional (PMP) designation an asset.
• Knowledge of program management, planning, budgeting, prioritization, risk and change management principles, methods, and techniques to manage the development, deployment, and implementation of medium scale fare system/program initiatives.
• Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications.
• Demonstrated progressive experience in project management, planning, budgeting, prioritization, and risk management, which preferably includes the deployment or implementation of large-scale initiatives.
• Budget management experience to prepare project budgets and monitor within budgetary limits.
• Experience in procurement and contract management to initiate tenders, evaluate bids, make recommendations for approval, and plan, direct, coordinate and monitor the work of consultants for compliance with user group and Metrolinx standards, policies, and procedures.
• Effective written, oral, presentation and interpersonal skills to articulate and present advice, options and recommendations to senior management and business clients on projects and technology solutions.
• Leadership and management skills to manage and motivate cross functional teams and set high standards and clear expectations.

and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation

Metrolinx is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are also committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point during the hiring process, please contact us at: 416-202-5601 or email [e-mail].

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.